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Scotland

Holiday cottages in Scotland offer the perfect opportunity to relax in some of the UK’s most spectacular scenery. With an abundance of culture, fantastic heritage, stunning cities and a wealth of activities to suit all ages and interests, you’ll find more than enough to entertain all kinds of holidaymakers. So, whether you’re on two feet or two paws, a holiday in Scotland is guaranteed to have something to offer, and we’re going to make a few suggestions for the best things to see and do in the region.

With such a rich history, Scotland’s past is all but unavoidable. Thankfully, it’s equally fascinating, and some of the country’s best attractions combine the colourful tale of Scotland with some stunning landscapes. The Speyside Whisky Trail is just one such example. One of the main reasons so many choose Scottish holiday cottages, the trail takes in some of Scotland’s most renowned distilleries, offering a history lesson, a ‘wee dram’ and a showcase of stunning views. If you fancy a more vibrant experience from your holiday in Scotland then you may prefer to stay in and around Edinburgh. The capital city offers an intoxicating mix of medieval history, Georgian architecture and contemporary culture. A wealth of festivals and some fantastic shopping opportunities are just the icing on the cake, but if you fancy a more tranquil view then the views from Arthur’s Seat are unrivalled. Scotland’s wilder side is justly celebrated through the Cairngorms National Park. Larger than the Lake District, and boasting beautiful moorland, rivers, mountains, lochs and forests, it’s an unforgettable journey taking in some of Scotland’s most iconic topography. If you’d like to experience the more mythical side of Scottish history then our final recommendation is the legendary Loch Ness. Admire the dramatic ruins of Urqhart Castle and gaze over the loch’s gentle lapping waters to see if you can spot Nessie!

Thanks to a prevalence of wide-open expanses, many choose to enjoy Scottish cottages for a wealth of outdoor activities. Hiking, climbing, boating, cycling, horse riding and more are all perfectly suited for making the most of your stunning surroundings. Pet owners will be equally spoilt for choice with a wealth of fantastic locations to treat their four-legged friends. If you fancy somewhere to relax and explore at your own pace then you will be equally satisfied with Scotland. There are plenty of beautiful heritage attractions and a wealth of city break destinations offering a fun-filled and vibrant urban experience.

If you’re ready to begin your exploration, take a look at our featured holiday cottages in Scotland today.

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Brims Cottage is a welcoming holiday cottage situated in the centre of the Highland holiday town of Aberfeldy. The town boasts a community-owned cinema showing current films, galleries, great places to eat, award-winning coffee shops and tearooms, whiskey distillery, riverside walks and a golf course, all within a short walk from your front door.

Surrounding the town is spectacular scenery, majestic hills and towering mountains which make this a great location for outdoor...

Milton of Campsie, Glasgow and the Clyde Valley

With first floor living room with woodburner and balcony, this delightful detached house is ideal for golf, watersports and cycling.With first floor living room with woodburner and balcony, this delightful detached house is ideal for golf, watersports and cycling.

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Ideal touring base

Nestling within this secluded woodland setting, these detached holiday lodges overlook the Campsie Fells, and are a great base for exploring all that central Scotland has to offer. Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park is 20 miles away with walking, cycling, fishing, golfing, horse riding and watersports on offer, while also being only 20 minutes from the cosmopolitan city of Glasgow with galleries, museums, historical attractions, superb nightlife and...

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This lovely, spacious, well presented house is idyllically placed on the stunning peninsula known as The Rhins of Galloway, the most westerly point in the south west corner of Scotland, and ensures a relaxing and uplifting holiday break. The Rhins offers stunning views across the North Channel to Ireland and over Luce Bay. The peninsula is also rich in wildlife and is a wonderful destination for getting away from it all and leaving the hustle and bustle of modern life far behind. A gentle...

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Barncrosh nestles in the rolling Galloway Hills and is the gateway to Galloway where the very best of Scotland’s countryside is on your doorstep, from fine forests and lochs, to sandy beaches and a spectacular coastline. There are 110 acres of natural grounds and woodland for you to enjoy; red kites have made their nests on site, and guests should be able to see them everyday. There are also deers and some free roaming llamas.Gardens here are special, with gems such as nearby...

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Set on a Highland estate spanning 4500 acres with hills rising to 2500ft, these four holiday properties are situated on the edge of the Cairngorms National Park with a wild flower reserve nearby, and an abundance of wildlife including ospreys and huge herds of deer. For 300 years Cistercian Monks spent half of each year at this peaceful place, making butter and cheese and brewing beer from the pure springs that continue to feed the houses. Delightful 18th-century Clover Cottage is...

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Breathtaking views

These detached holiday cottages, situated within walking distance of the famous village of John O’ Groats, make the ideal base to explore this lovely part of the Northern Highlands. John O’ Groats is famous for being the most north easterly point of Britain’s four corners, and renowned for the magnificent coastal scenery, unspoilt beaches and coastal walks, with a breathtaking array of bird life and opportunities to see seals, dolphins and killer...

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Keeper’s House is situated in beautiful Glen Cassley. This charming, traditional, detached stone cottage overlooks the renowned River Cassley and enjoys stunning views from all windows. Situated on the Highland estate of Glenrossal, it provides peace and tranquillity. There is a large farmhouse-style kitchen/dining room, complete with cooker, microwave and a Belfast sink. The separate living room has a welcoming open fireplace and attractive soft furnishings. There are three...

Forres, Highlands

In an idyllic location with magnificent rural views, Millburn Cottage is only a few minutes from Brodie Castle.In an idyllic location with magnificent rural views, Millburn Cottage is only a few minutes from Brodie Castle.

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In an idyllic location with magnificent rural views, this single-storey detached holiday cottage dating back to 1900 was part of the old sawmill of the Darnaway Estate. Sympathetically restored, decorated and furnished to a very good standard with a lovely log fire for those cooler evenings. Set in beautiful countryside and only a few minutes from Brodie Castle, wildlife is abundant and the Nature Reserve at Findhorn Bay, only an hour’s walk, will be of particular interest...

Ballantrae, Ayrshire

With woodland walks direct from the door, this beautiful cottage lies in an area which bursts with history and wildlife.With woodland walks direct from the door, this beautiful cottage lies in an area which bursts with history and wildlife.

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This semi-detached holiday cottage boasts river and woodland walks direct from the door. Close to the Ayrshire coastal Path, the area is bursting with history and wildlife, including red squirrels, deer, otters and seals. Ideally Located to explore Ayrshire, Dumfries & Galloway, with walking, fishing, golf and cycling, villages and historic attractions. Ireland can be reached from Stranraer with Glasgow & Edinburgh easily reached. Shop, pub and restaurant 3 miles.

Muckhart, near Gleneagles, Stirlingshire

With ground floor facilities and an enclosed garden, this property is ideal for a family holiday, discovering the beautiful Devon Valley.With ground floor facilities and an enclosed garden, this property is ideal for a family holiday, discovering the beautiful Devon Valley.

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Set in the heart of the tiny village of Pool of Muckhart in the Devon valley, just 11 miles south of Gleneagles, these cosy stone holiday cottages make a perfect base for exploring this lovely area. Inn Cottage (ref 19910) and The Bothy (ref 23272) are ideal for two families holidaying together with the bonus of their own private space. Conveniently close to the village pub, where Devon Ale is brewed and excellent meals are served, and with a good variety of eating places in Dollar, 3...

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Situated only yards from the coast, this fourth floor apartment, boasts stunning views over the sea to the Isle of Arran, and is within a 10-minute walk to the town centre with an array of shops, bars and restaurants. Nestled in the heart of Burns Country, the area is steeped in tradition and history. Fans of Burns will be able to visit many attractions including Burns Cottage, the Burns Memorial Museum and the Brig o’Doon - the bridge from his famous poem...

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This spacious, single-storey croft cottage with a large private garden, enjoys breathtaking panoramic views of Loch Etive and Ben Cruachan. To the west, the view is of wide open fields where in the early morning, deer may be spotted. The holiday property’s light, airy and sunny living room has a large patio door, which faces the loch, allowing you to marvel at the view, with access to the sea loch water’s edge for fishing, walks and picnics. The cottage is an ideal base to...